Mixed

Dietary restriction (DR), including caloric restriction (CR) and intermittent fasting (IF), delays aging and extends healthspan by regulating nutrient-sensing pathways and gut microbiota.

To leverage dietary restriction for anti-aging, you don't necessarily need to cut calories drastically all day. Consider Time-Restricted Eating (eating within a 4-12 hour window) or Intermittent Fasting patterns like the 5:2 diet. These methods regulate nutrient-sensing pathways and gut microbiota similarly to strict calorie counting but are easier to sustain long-term. Focus on consistency and moderate restriction (10-30% if doing CR) to avoid negative side effects like muscle loss.